
The Subject 1 test for a driver's license consists of 100 questions. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the questions are divided into multiple-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. If 11 questions are answered incorrectly during the test, the system will automatically submit the test and end the exam. Subject 1, also known as the Subject 1 theory test or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license . The test content includes theoretical knowledge of driving, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and other related knowledge. The test is conducted on a computer, with a time limit of 45 minutes. The content of the Subject 1 test includes: driver's license and motor vehicle management regulations; road traffic conditions and regulations; road traffic safety violations and penalties; road traffic accident handling regulations; basic knowledge of motor vehicles; local regulations; knowledge of braking systems and safety devices for large and medium-sized passenger and freight vehicles; specialized knowledge for wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Notes for the Subject 1 test: During the test, students should pay attention to their attire—no slippers are allowed, and electronic devices and bags are prohibited in the examination room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures on the large screen, and store personal belongings in a locker before entering the examination room. Upon entering, the identity verification station will assign a seat. After finding your seat, begin the test. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and follow the exam rules. If you fail the first time, there is a retake opportunity on the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After the test, queue to collect your score sheet and sign it. Failure to sign will render the result invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can schedule the Subject 1 test. Each subject can be taken once, and if you fail, you can retake it once. If you do not attend the retake or fail the retake, the test will be terminated, and you must reschedule. For Subject 2 and Subject 3, there are only five attempts allowed. Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests can be rescheduled after ten days. If you fail the Subject 3 safe and civilized driving knowledge test, the previously passed road driving skills test results remain valid. There are three subjects in the driving test: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test. Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills test. Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4. However, in official terms (i.e., the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123), there is no such thing as Subject 4.

I've been teaching driving for over a decade, and the Subject 1 test is entirely multiple-choice questions. Don't be fooled by the true/false questions – they're essentially multiple-choice too, just with only two options (right or wrong). The test consists of 100 questions in total, with a passing score of 90. Questions are randomly selected from a standardized question bank covering basics like traffic regulations and safe driving. My students all on practice apps to repeatedly drill questions, especially focusing on tricky traffic police hand signals and road sign questions. Remember, you have 45 minutes for the exam – that's more than enough time, so don't rush to submit your answers. Also important: once you select an answer, you can't change it, so be deliberate when answering. Oh, and some test centers now use touchscreen computers, so it's best to practice with similar equipment to simulate the real test environment.

I just finished the subject one test, and the pure single-choice format left a deep impression on me. The true/false questions are essentially a two-option format as well, with the entire exam conducted on a computer. There were 100 questions in total. I used the 'Driving Test Guide' app to go through the question bank three times, focusing on reviewing wrong answers in my notebook, especially topics like night driving and emergency parking. During the exam, most questions were familiar, but I had to read the prompts carefully—speed limit questions, for example, often play with wording. My advice is not to just memorize answers when practicing; understand the traffic rules behind them. Stay relaxed during the test, and remember to review your answers before submitting. Bring your ID card and arrive early to familiarize yourself with the test environment—this will help you perform more steadily.

As a driving test textbook editor, I am responsible for designing the subject one question bank, which consists entirely of objective questions. Among them, multiple-choice questions are single-choice questions with four options, while true/false questions are a special form of single-choice questions (true/false with two options). The total number of questions is 100, covering seven chapters including Chapter 6 of traffic regulations and safe driving common sense. It is recommended that candidates use officially published textbooks in conjunction with online mock exam systems for practice, with a focus on high-frequency test points such as accident handling procedures and traffic sign identification. After each mock exam, it is essential to organize a notebook of wrong answers and repeatedly reinforce weak areas. During the actual exam, pay attention to time allocation, and mark uncertain questions for later review if necessary. The passing standard of 90 points corresponds to a maximum allowance of 10 wrong answers.

Every time I write a driving test guide, I emphasize that Subject 1 is entirely in single-choice mode. Although the true/false questions appear different, they are essentially two-choice questions at their core. The test question bank contains approximately 1,700 questions, with 100 randomly selected for the exam. Therefore, I recommend that beginners tackle the questions by category first: spend three days focusing solely on traffic signal questions, another three days practicing traffic police gestures, and the remaining week taking full-length mock tests. Using a mobile app to practice is particularly convenient—you can answer a few questions while commuting or waiting in line. During the exam, stay calm when encountering image-based questions, as many signs look like twins. Don’t forget to review your answers afterward, especially those questions containing words like "may" or "should," which are easy pitfalls. Also, adjust your sleep schedule before the test—nervousness can lead to accidentally selecting the wrong option.

From the perspective of driving test system development, the Subject 1 exam is strictly limited to single-choice questions. True/False questions are essentially special single-choice questions in the program, with the entire exam structure consisting of 100 four-option questions. The question bank is updated quarterly according to the latest traffic regulations, with 18 new test points added this year for the new national standard traffic signs. Candidates most often stumble on questions about penalty amounts and accident liabilities, so it's recommended to create dedicated comparison tables for reinforcement. During preparation, ensure two hours of daily practice, and only go to the exam center after scoring above 95 in three consecutive mock tests. Pay special attention to the operating logic of the exam system: clicking an option confirms it immediately with no option to go back and modify, so think carefully before mouse-clicking.


